Copyediting

• Mechanical Editing (spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation)

• Address technical and global issues

• Look for issues with continuity and inconsistencies

• Point out wordiness and convoluted text​​

Proofreading

• Check for errors in grammar, spelling, usage, and punctuation on the "proof" document

• Ensure consistency throughout document regarding usage and presentation

• Inform on accuracy in text, images, and layout (if applicable)

Line Editing

• ​Rewriting of wordy or convoluted text

• Strengthening prose in regard to mood and tone

• Edits in accordance with Chicago Manual of Style, content, and language

• Assistance with creating a stylesheet for manuscript

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Manuscript Evaluation

• Look for potential global issues in respect to plot, settings, tone, mood, theme, dialogue, etc.  

• Address any major issues  before submitting manuscript to an agent or publishing house.​

• Evaluation one-hour coaching call to discuss evaluation document, suggestions in order to improve the work, and to answer any pressing questions you may have.

• An example of an evaluation is available upon request.

Developmental Editing

• ​Provide guidance in reorganization of manuscript

• Comments in the margins regarding author choice, areas of improvement, and praise for good writing

• Detailed notes in regard to characters, plot, story, tone, mood, etc.

• One-hour "coaching session" and thirty minute outline evaluation

Screenplay Evaluation

• Look for potential global issues in respect to plot, settings, tone, mood, theme, dialogue, etc.

• Scrutiny in regards to script formatting and knowledge of current industry standard 

• Address any major issues  before submitting script to an agent, production company, or script reader.​

• One-hour coaching call to discuss evaluation document, suggestions in order to improve the work, and to answer any pressing questions you may have.